Side effects of Ondacip Syrup

How to use Ondacip Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Ondacip Syrup at a fixed time.

How Ondacip Syrup works

Ondacip syrup is an antiemetic (anti-nausea medicine). It inhibits the action of serotonin, a chemical messenger that can trigger nausea and vomiting.

In Depth Information on Ondacip Syrup

Expert advice for Ondacip Syrup

Take Ondacip 30 minutes before your food.

If you vomit within 30 minutes after taking the Ondacip, take the same amount again. If vomiting continues, check with your doctor.

If Ondacip is used for a short duration, for e.g. 6 -10 days, the risk of side-effects is minimal (well-tolerated).

You can use oral disintegrating film/strip (medicated strip that dissolves when comes in contact with a wet surface) form of the Ondacip if you are nauseous to swallow a tablet or capsule.

If you are using Ondacip in the form of oral disintegrating film/strip:

Make sure your hands are dry.

Immediately place the film/strip on the top of the tongue.

The film/strip will dissolve in seconds and you can swallow it with your saliva.

You do not need to drink water or other liquids to swallow the film/strip.

Warnings

Special precautions for Ondacip Syrup

Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

PROBABLY SAFE

Ondacip Syrup is probably safe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

Ondacip Syrup is probably safe to use during lactation.
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ited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

SAFE

Ondacip Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE

Ondacip Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ondacip Syrup is recommended.

However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.

If you miss a dose of Ondansetron, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions for Ondacip 2mg/5ml Syrup

Frequently asked questions for Ondansetron

Q. What is Emset/ondem/Vomikind/Zafran/ Ranidom used for?

Emset/Ondem/Vomikind/Zafran are some of the brand names of ondansetron, which is used to treat nausea and vomiting. Ranidom is a brand containing the active ingredient Esomeprazole, which is used to treat acidity

Q. Can I take ondansetron for nausea/vomiting/stomach flu/food poisoning/motion sickness/diarrhea/pain?

Ondansetron can be taken for nausea, vomiting or motion sickness if prescribed by your doctor. It is not used to treat food poisoning, pain or stomach flu

Q. Can I take ondansetron with Tylenol/Pepto bismol/azithromycin/ xanax/ vicodin/ oxycodone/ hydrocodone?

There is no evidence of interaction of ondansetron with Tylenol (paracetamol)/Pepto bismol (bismuth salicylate)/azithromycin/ Xanax (alprazolam)/ Vicodin (aspirin and hydrocodone)/oxycodone/hydrocodone. However, please consult your doctor before use

Q. Can ondansetron make you sleepy?

Ondansetron may cause sleepiness/dizziness. If you notice such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Does ondansetron contain acetaminophen/aspirin/penicillin?

No. Ondansetron is by itself a chemical compound. It does not contain acetaminophen, aspirin or penicillin

Q. Is ondansetron antibiotic/anti-histaminic/sulfa drug?

No. Ondansetron is not an anti-biotic, sulfa drug or an anti-histaminic. It is an anti-emetic drug used to treat nausea and vomiting

Q. Is Emeset safe for infants/toddlers?

Emeset should not be used in infants/toddlers unless prescribed by the doctor

Q. Is Ondansetron an OTC drug?

No. Ondansetron is a prescription drug. It is not available over the counter

Q. Is ondansetron a controlled substance?

No. Ondansetron is not a controlled substance.

Q. Q. Can I take Ondacip with omeprazole?

Ondacip is an anti-emetic medicine which helps in relieving nausea (feeling sick) or vomiting. No harmful effects have been seen when omeprazole is used with Ondacip. So, these two medicines can be taken together.